Annual Report (AR) to Citizens 2024-2025

Summary

This Annual Report to Citizens provides a comprehensive summary of the Western Cape Department of Infrastructures operations and achievements for the 2024/25 fiscal year. Led by MEC Tertuis Simmers and Adv. Chantal Smith, the department focuses on driving economic growth through resilient infrastructure, including schools, hospitals, and road networks. The document details a strong commitment to skills development, highlighting numerous bursaries, apprenticeships, and training programs designed to empower the youth and emerging contractors. Financial data indicates that the department utilized over 90% of its budget, despite facing national funding cuts and significant expenditures for disaster-related road repairs. Additionally, the report emphasizes progress in workforce inclusivity, noting that women now hold more than half of senior management positions. Ultimately, the publication serves as a transparent record of how the government manages public assets and human settlements to benefit the local community.